A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-16
Summary:

Harold Lloyd appears at the Grand, Wanchai, from today, in five-reel comedy, 'Grandma's Boy.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-23
Summary:

There is a change of programme at the Grand Theatre. The big picture is 'Cousin Kate,' featuring Alice Joyce. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-26
Summary:

Twin Beds,' from the stage to the screen, Mr. and Mrs. Carter de Haven have produced a truly refreshing funny picture. The film was commenced at the Coronet yesterday and is especially interesting to many picture-goers who had seen the play when it was staged at the Theatre Royal some years…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-15
Summary:

Miss Tina Gerald and Mr. Tom Fenwick will give their performance in 'The Intruder' at the Star Theatre one more time. The remaining three, 'Only Amateurs,' 'Stiffy Wins' and 'Unwilling Wilfred,' which provoked roars at Theatre Royal last week, were also…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-30
Summary:

Tomorrow night the Grand Theatre in Queen's Road East inaugurates the new system to be followed throughout the Winter season. The opening programme includes Reginald Denny in the big racing picture, 'The Kentucky Derby' and the Williams Variety Co.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-31
Summary:

The new season at the Grand opens tonight with 'The Kentucky Derby' and the Williams Variety Co.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-01
Summary:

There was a good crowd at the Grand last night, by the performances provided from William Variety Co, with performers Young Eddie Polo, Jack and Cora. 'The Kentucky Derby' was also screened.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-14
Summary:

Booth Tarkington's wonderful story 'The Flirt' fills the bill at the Grand tonight and tomorrow. Harold Lloyd's 'Get Out and Get Under' also included in the programme.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-15
Summary:

An article about the code of Theatre manners at Theatre Royal and Star Theatre. Forbes-Russell Company and the play 'The Naughty Wife' were mentioned.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-21
Summary:

Herbert Rawlinson and Eileen Percy are the joint stars of 'The Prisoner' the romantic film drama showing tonight at the Grand. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-24
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-21
Summary:

After the ran of 'Fools and Riches' finishes at the Grand tonight, Griffith's picture 'Way Down East' is due. People who missed their opportunity in Coronet, will be welcomed. On Xmas day Constance Talmadge in 'Wedding Bells' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or…

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Headline: The Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-23
Summary:

The Grand announced that they are compiled to withdraw 'Way Down East' after today show. Tomorrow Harold Lloyd's 'Now or Never' will be shown. Constance Talmadge's 'Wedding Bells' is also in the bill for Xmas.

54
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-02
Summary:

Star Theatre is offering the last opportunity of the film screening of 'The Call of Youth.' Tomorrow night in the Star Theatre, the Hongkong Philharmonic Society's chorus and orchestra will give their grand concert and judging from the fine success in the Theatre Royal recently,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-08
Summary:

Mr. William Heughan, the famous Scottish singer, whose highly successful Theatre Royal concerts have won him a firm place in the Colony's favour, gives a concert in the Star Theatre this evening. Other performers included Dave Kennedy, Miss Gladys Sayer, also with 'The Quaints.'…

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Headline: The 'Quaints'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-15
Summary:

The Quaints were in great form tonight for farewell at the Star Theatre last night. Tonight they perform in Canton and will return to Theatre Royal tomorrow and Saturday. Star announces their engagement with Robert Bores and Company to stage a show.

57
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-28
Summary:

The Madeline Rossiter Company gave a delightful entertainment yesterday at the Theatre Royal. The title was 'Pierrot Pie.' 'A Life on the Ocean Wave' evoked rousing applause.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-29
Summary:

Madeline Rossiter's Company of entertainers received a good reception on their appearance in 'Strollerland' at the Theatre Royal last night. Performers included Charles Mason, Lena Lawton, Don Gemmell, Madge Aberdare, Billy Iredale and Elsie May.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-30
Summary:

Mr. Stewart Garner, representative of Mr. E. J. Carroll, who is directing the world tour for Sir Harry Lauder, arrived Hongkong at Theatre Royal.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-30
Summary:

The Madeline Rossiter Company provide audiences with 'Hors D'Ouvres' at the Royal Theatre.